Ames, Iowa vs. Kekaha, Hawaii

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kekaha, Hawaii is 46.7% more expensive than Ames, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $61,628 in Kekaha, Hawaii to maintain the standard of living you have in Ames, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kekaha, Hawaii is more expensive than Ames, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
125% more expensive in Kekaha
than in Ames, Iowa
Ames, IA vs. Kekaha, HI
Compared to Ames, Kekaha is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  46.7% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  68.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  130.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  103.4% higher
  Commute
  31.7% higher
  Health
  17.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.2% higher